NASA Chief Mars Engineer to Speak at 2026 Mars Society Convention
Humphrey 'Hoppy' Price, NASA's Chief Engineer for Mars Exploration, will address the 2026 Mars Society Convention in Los Angeles.
The Mars Society has announced that Humphrey 'Hoppy' Price, a senior NASA engineer, will be a featured speaker at the 2026 International Mars Society Convention. The event is set for October 22–24 at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles.
As Chief Engineer for NASA’s Robotic Mars Exploration Program, Price has been instrumental in developing mission strategies and technologies for deep space exploration. His work includes contributions to major space missions such as the GRAIL lunar mission and the Cassini Saturn orbiter. He is also recognized for his work on potential future human missions to Mars and Venus.
The convention will gather scientists, engineers, policymakers, and space enthusiasts to explore advancements in Mars exploration and the future of human presence on the Red Planet. Additional details about the event, including registration and schedule updates, can be found on the Mars Society website.
Price’s appearance is part of a lineup of notable speakers, including astro-biochemist Dr. Steven Benner and Dr. Kevin Pollpeter, who will also present at the event. The convention aims to foster dialogue on the scientific, technological, and policy challenges of Mars exploration and interplanetary travel.
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